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Salavan Province Overview

Chinese Name: 沙拉湾 English IPA: [´sʌlʌvɒn] Location: Southern Laos Population (city): 6,157 Language: Laotain Zip code: 14000 Tel code: 856 Time zone: (UTC+7)

Salavan is a province of Laos, located in the south of the country, covering nearly 1,000 sq km in the western part of the province next to the Mekong river. It is thought that Asiatic black bear, banteng, clouded leopard, Douc langur, elephant, gibbon, guar, Siamese crocodile and tiger and inhabit this area. Within a cave huge stone caskets are piled one on top of the other, province not only beauty but interesting thoughts as to how it originated.

Highlights of Salavan

  • Nature Journey: There are two waterfalls, Tadlo waterfall and Tad Tevada waterfall, where you can relax and enjoy swimming. In addition, you can also experience eleplant riding and trekking with alocal guide.
  • Buddhism Culture: Buddhism prevails in Laos. There is a Buddhism library located in Salavan. In 2009, it was rebuilt according to original style by the strong wood art which located in the middle of the temple pond due to solidarity of Salavanh’s people, faithful, protected and preserve valuable Lao people.Prince Souphanouvong’s Bridge
  • Prince Souphanouvong’s Bridge : Prince Souphanouvong is the former President of Laos. He was the President of Laos from December 1975 to August 1991. Over the Sedone river, the bridge was built in 1942. It was designed by Mr. Souphanouvong. It was destroyed by the American bombing in 1968. You can still see the huge broken bridge lying on the riverbank.
  • Ongkeo Pyramid in Salavan : This pyramid of volcanic rocks marks the place of Ongkeo’s birth. He is the hero of Salavan, because of his resistance to the French. This monument is in the grounds of the local hospital.
  • Suspension Bridge : This bridge is in a nice and natural jungle you can experience a breathtaking walk here. It would be better to come in a dry season.
  • Khaen Garden : A small well maintained garden surrounds this monument and there are some good views of the mountains. It is near a nice cafe. Not the most important place in the city but a worthwhile destination in Salavan.

 

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    Salavan Province Attractions

    Salavan Province is a nice place to touch fresh water and nature. Tadlo waterfall and Tad Tevada waterfall are important and outstanding natural tourism resource of Saravanh Province. There are also many other activities for tourists to see and to do in Salavan, such as trekking around see waterfall, riding elephant, seeing waterfall and getting close to the local lifestyle. More: Top Tourist Attractions in Salavan Province [...]

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    Salavan Province Tours

    There are two tour packages available in Salavan province that can be customized based on your interests, budget, and time available. 1 Day’s Salavan Toumlan Weaving Experience Tour 1 Day’s Salavan Hiking tour to Tad Lo and Tad Hang Waterfalls More: Top Tourist Attractions in Salavan Province [...]

    Climate & When to Go

    Average Climate by Month Month Jan. Feb. Mar. April May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sept. Oct. Nov. Dec. Average℃ 22 25 23 23 27.5 26 25 25 25.3 24 24 21 Max℃ 29.5 33.3 35.5 35 34 31 29.5 29.5 30.5 30 30 28.3 Mini℃ 14.5 16.7 20 21 21 21 20 20 20 18 17.7 15 Recommend Rate ★★★ ★★★ ★★★ ★★ ★★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★★ ★★★ ★★★ Best time to visit The best time to visit Salavan is from November to March, which is considered to be the dry season. Start from May to October, the rain will take place throughout the region. July to September would rain the most. It is a scenic province of rock and valley, rivers, and forests when travel is difficult in the monsoon season. As a result, the period between May and October is a decidedly low season. [...]

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    Transportation

    By Bus From Vientiane to Salavan: There are two types of bus to Salavan : two public buses and one VIP bus with toilet and air condition depart from southern bus station in Vientiane every day. It may take approximately about 11-12 hours to Salavanh. From Pakse to Salavan: From Pakse, public buses depart from bus station in Pakse. It may take approximately about 2 – 3 hours to Salavanh, you can rent moto, car, minibus from Pakse district or from Vientaine capital. Self-Driving Salavan is really best [...]

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    Festivals and Activities

    Salavan Province Festivals and Events introduce a brief introduction of festivals and activities and tell travelers Top Things to Do for Salavan Province festivals Tours. [...]

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    Travel Tips

    To have a better travel experience in Salavan Province, there are some useful Salavan Province travel tips which may be helpful for your Salavan Province tour. When plan your trip to Salavan Province, view our answers to questions about Luang Namtha Province travel to get better understanding of Luang Namtha Province. Useful Numbers Fire: 190 Police: 191 Ambulance: 195 Zip code inquiry: 14000 Tourist Police:021-251-128 Best time to visit The best time to visit Salavan is from November to March, which is [...]

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    Useful Maps

    Salavan Province Maps in English includes Maps List of Salavan Province Tourist Attractions, Maps of Location, Hotels, Tours and Transportation. It shows the specific location maps of main roads, railway, stations, Bus Stations, Airports, expressway, administrative division, famous tourist attractions, travel and tours, universities, banks and hospitals. [...]

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    Salavan Province Accommodation

    Salavan Province Accommodation and Hotels Booking introduces Where to stay in Salavan Province and the recommended Salavan Province 5-star luxury hotels, Comfortable 4-star, Economic 3-star and Cheap Hostels recommended by TripAdvisor. Where to Stay in Salavan Palamei Guest House Add: Saravan Road, Tad Lo Tel: +856 20 95 675 311 Tadlo Lodge(2-star hotel) Add: Ban Nongtoung, Ban Nongtoung Tel: +856 31 218 889 Sinsamai Hotel Add: Luksong Village, Salavan Tel: +856 20 98 777 699 Saise Guesthouse & Resort Add: Ban Khouaset, Salavan Sinouk Coffee Resort Add: Thateng-Pakxong Road, [...]

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